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March 01, 2022

How To Control Your Lincoln Home Security With Your Cell Phone

Nowadays, a home security system goes beyond alarms and sensors. Your home defense can include integrated smoke detectors, smart lights, and a wide array of home automation devices. To control it all you are able to use your central command touchscreen when you are home. Or, you have the ability to control your Lincoln home security with a phone.

Thankfully, the responsive ADT cell phone app makes remote access and scheduling a simple process.

Getting Started With ADT Control

To begin controlling your Lincoln home security system using your cell phone is by downloading the ADT Control app for your mobile device. At installation, your installer should walk you through the basic configuration. When you have decided on your username and password details, you can use it with various devices. To arm your home’s security, tap the easy-to-identify shield. You also have the ability to access any connected equipment from this convenient interface, including window and door sensors, smart locking and lights, and video cameras.

Access Your System From Wherever You Are

A home security app on your smartphone allows you to control integrated equipment within your residence with an easy tap of your finger. Did you remember to secure the front door on the way out? Simply access ADT Control. You can set your alarm, check camera footage, alter light levels, increase or decrease the temperature, by touching the correct icon inside the app. You will stay connected with instant alerts on your mobile device if any of your connected security elements detect an issue.

Keep Eyes On Your Property

By controlling your Lincoln home security system with your phone, you have a live video feed of your property if your surveillance is turned on. Access live video from any connected camera straight from your mobile device, and record short clips or a single image, and access lengthier segments as you wish. In the event guests arrive at your door – the postal worker, an Amazon or Grubhub driver, or a family member -- simply utilize the two-way talk functionality to speak with them.

Increase Functionality With Scheduling And Geofencing

When you go to the primary menu, you will enjoy access to some high-tech features. Use scheduling your comfort levels, sensors, smart lighting, and whatever else you want by designing a customized scene. In this area, you are able to program how your components communicate together, and when you want them to activate or shut down. Make a end-of-day scene that switches off your main living area smart lighting, activates the exterior entry light, reduces the comfort levels, and engages your overall security alarm. Next, you can customize a morning scene that does the opposite when it’s time to get your household going.

If you’re looking for to get more technical, you can turn on geo-services from the main hub or the app. By doing so, you can have your property
prepare itself by locking the doors, shutting off the lighting, and turning on your alarms when you leave the driveway. When you arrive following your long day on the job, your property will spring to action by automatically opening the garage and turning off the alarms.

Reap The Benefits Of ADT Control In Lincoln By Contacting Us Today

Now you’re able to go away with confidence as you know your home is [[safer|more secure|better protected] than ever before. All you have to do is reach out to (402) 277-9887 or fill in the form on this page and a one of our security specialists will guide you toward the ideal home security system for your unique needs -- complemented by the amazing functionality of ADT Control.